Health Department: CDIP Chester County Health Department Health Department: CDIP

 
 
 
 
Chronic Diseases and Injury Prevention
Chronic diseases such as heart disease, stroke, cancer, and diabetes account for 7 out of every 10 deaths (1.7 million) in the US and affect the quality of life for 90 million Americans. (CDC)
 
Injuries (both unintentional and intentional) are the cause of 1 out of every 17 deaths in the US (Healthy People 2010).
 
In Chester County, chronic diseases and injuries are among the most prevalent, serious, and costly health problems. From 2000-2004 the chronic disease listed below accounted for 70% of all deaths in Chester County.(Pennsylvania Department of Health). 
  • heart disease
  • cancer
  • stroke
  • chronic lower respiratory disease
  • accidents
  • diabetes
Programs and Services
CDIP specializes in developing programs and services designed to promote healthy lifestyle choices. Programs and services are available to all Chester County residents, schools/universities, community and faith-based organizations and work sites. Health education staff is available to consult and tailor programs for your organization.
 

Presentations include:
 
  • Special events / Health Fairs
  • Health Screenings
  • Organizational Consultations
  • News Releases
    • Program Areas
    1. Cancer Prevention
    2. Chronic Diseases
    3. Preventive Health
     
    Funding Sources The programs and services of the Chronic Disease and Injury Prevention Division are supported by the Pennsylvania Department of Health, Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) Preventive Health and Health Services Block Grant and the Chester County Commissioners.



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